Welcome to Spellburn, a podcast about the Dungeon Crawl Classics Role Playing Game and old school adventuring.
Jen Brinkman, Julian Bernick, Jeff Goad
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The Spellburn podcast is a wonderful resource for anyone interested in learning about Dungeon Crawl Classics (DCC), or for those who are already playing the game and want to gain a better understanding of its nuances. Whether you're new to DCC or a long-time fan, this podcast offers valuable insights, inspiration, and explanations of the rules and aspects of this tabletop RPG.
One of the best aspects of Spellburn is the hosts. Both the old and new hosts have excellent chemistry and provide a welcoming atmosphere for listeners. Their passion for DCC shines through in every episode, and their knowledge and understanding of the game is evident. They offer useful tips, tricks, and background information that enhance how both players and GMs run and play games.
Another highlight of this podcast is its content. The episodes cover a wide range of topics related to DCC. From discussing specific mechanics to exploring Appendix N stories that can be created in DCC, there is always something interesting and informative to listen to. Guest creators and judges often make appearances on the show, providing additional perspectives and insights that are greatly appreciated.
On the downside, there may be occasional episodes that don't resonate with every listener. Personal preferences regarding certain aspects of the game may vary, so not all opinions expressed by guests or judges may align with everyone's tastes. However, these instances are few and far between, so it doesn't significantly detract from the overall quality of the podcast.
In conclusion, Spellburn is an amazing show that provides invaluable inspiration and explanation for those interested in DCC. The hosts' passion for the game is infectious, making every episode enjoyable to listen to. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned player, this podcast offers something for everyone who loves Dungeon Crawl Classics. It's well worth adding to your playlist if you're a fan of DCC or looking to explore old-school gaming with new-school spins!
What's the ONE THING you would change... about DCC RPG?
Our next guest has been around DCC RPG for many years. You may know him from the very well received Tales of the Smoking Wyrm, from his Youtube show the Scrivenry, or from his ongoing Earthcrawl project which he is currently developing and funding via his patreon page. Of course you may also have said […]
It's March and it's Madness. This year, I had a fever dream of DCC RPG as a March Madness style tournament. Complete with brackets, groups, and 6 rounds of community voting. We have made it to this ultimate evening, the finale of insanity! Sometime later in this hour, the Judges J of Spellburn will crown […]
Let's talk about the 800 pound gorilla in the room… DCC RPG is more popular than ever, played worldwide, being played on a football field in Indianapolis at GENCON… and meanwhile the Fifth edition of the world's most popular RPG is probably more popular now than D&D was at its heyday of the 1970s! (Especially […]
Happy Holidays, It's our last Spellburn of the year, Judge James is out there riding his reindeer so we have a special guest host with us tonight – Judge Joey Royale from Joey Royale's Pizza Party! And our special guest tonight, the atomic overlord himself, Christopher Rick of double ziggurat fame– we'll talk atomic clock […]
Well it's Judge James’s birthday – today, November 25th, and he has some questions. Not “Where do babies come from?” or “Why, god, why?” but “How does one navigate publishing their own RPG?” So in the spirit of James becoming older, we had some friends over to celebrate and help guide us and others, on […]
Swords, Sorcery and... Superheroes?
Neither Chuck Barris nor the Unknown Comic will be in attendance this evening. Gonzo – what is it? How do you know your game is gonzo? It is one of those things that you'll only know when you see it? Is DCC RPG the gonzo game some purport it to be? Making his Spellburn debut, […]
We're with the bands! For real!
Happy late Turkey Day! There's no Goodman Games holiday adventure this year but there are many holiday adventures of the past to choose from! We review and discuss prior holiday romps with none other than Marzio “the Man” Muscedere and Marc “the Efficacious Indoctrinator in Worlds of Imminent – I mean, the Don of the […]
Let's Get This Third Party Re-Started!
It's a reverent post-GENCON Pizza party!
DCC Dying Earth: it's every bit as beautiful and faithful to the source material as we'd hoped, but…is it as daunting as the core book? Since DCC fans have come to Spellburn for the low-down on rules for the past decade, we'll discuss some of the chewier Dying Earth rules with Judge Will Keller, one […]
There have been a lot of new people showing up in the DCC community and that means someone's got to judge some DCC adventures! These games aren't going to run themselves! We heard you, frantic ones! Want some tips on running DCC, provided by old hands and one-time newbies alike? We have got you covered […]
So we were on hiatus for about a year… or a little more and a lot has happened between our last non-Twitch episode and our triumphant return in the holiday special! One thing I was most excited about was to talk about third party DCC & MCC stuff with some of the greatest creators in […]
Joey Royale's Get Haunted Onine Shop! Sanctum Secorum New MCC Core book! Cats of Rahtlu James P's Patreon Levi Combs kickstarter!
Oh no! It's Judge Jeff's last episode of Spellburn! We're gonna chat about the good old days, what things are like now, and what we see in the future for ourselves and DCC. Stuff referenced in this episode! Xanadu – coming soon for DCC! 2020 DCC Adventure Pack (including the Heist by Harley!) Hive of […]
In a world where many still crave escape but cannot attend local or out-of-town conventions, it's important to remember that there are many worlds yet to be discovered — thanks to the DCC 3PP community! Tonight we'll be Dungeon Crawl Classics RPG has a vibrant community supporting the game through innumerable 3rd party products, including […]
Explore new worlds for DCC!
In a world where many still crave escape but cannot attend local or out-of-town conventions, it's important to remember that there are many worlds yet to be discovered — thanks to the DCC 3PP community! Tonight we'll be talking with Ed Stanek, one of the powers behind Raorgen Games, about 3 such 3PP settings. Stuff […]
Reaching into you for 113 episodes and counting!
Hey mailbag. It's been a long time since, well you know, since we've spent a whole episode reaching into you to see what we can find. Well don't worry baby, we're back. And today, it's all about you! Stuff referenced in this episode! A Discordance with Dzyvatz (from Scott Swift & Purple Pirate) DCC Dying […]
Tonight we continue our review of seminal DCC adventures from the days of yore… another funnel and instant classic, Hole in the Sky! We're going to talk to Judge Brendan about Hole in the Sky, Sabbath vs. Dio, read a few emails and do the usual Spellburn stuff. Plus a new Dungeon Denizen! All this […]
“From parts unknown… Secret knowledge, sacred rituals, and exotic practices. Marvel at the beauty of unbridled humankind! We have scoured the highest mountains, the driest deserts, the hottest jungles to add some spice to your life!” On this episode of Spellburn, we bring you one of the most welcoming, imaginative, and brutal DCC judges, fresh […]
It's here! At long last!
Hello and welcome to the exciting 110th episode of Spellburn! You've tuned in for a doozy of an episode! Today we are honored to be able to make an incredible announcement. You've asked for it. You've begged for it. You wouldn't stop talking about it. When we'd ask you to stop talking about it you […]
We hope you were there with us at Spawn of Cyclops Con last weekend and you had a great time! If not, you're in luck because you're going to hear a lot about it, but that's not all… you're also going to hang out with Judge Daniel Joseph Bishop and we're going to go deep […]
Happy ZineQuest season! If you're anything like us, before long, you'll be shuffling things around on the shelves, trying to find room for the next batch of arrivals…and you'll find some treasures from the last two years! We've summoned a third-party zine author & illustrator for this episode, and we're betting you'll want to revisit […]
And today we have a special guest here to help us answer YOUR emails! You may know her from Blades Against Bandwidth, DCC College, or that time she killed all four of your level 0 characters at Gen Con… Judge Haley Skach! Stuff referenced in this episode! Tabletop RPG Pickup Con Shudder Mountains (for DCC […]
If you are scared to get your sci-fi chocolate in my fantasy peanut butter, turn back now! Tonight we look at the forthcoming Empire of the East product for DCC RPG. Our special guest is none other than RPG writer and designer Jason Vey! Stuff referenced in this episode! Jerry Stefek Memorial Crawl for the […]
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